Dive-site story
The remains of the World War II oil tanker SS Pedernales lie scattered across a sandy bottom off Aruba's western coast. Torpedoed by a German U-boat, the vessel had its bow and stern cut away and towed to the United States for repair, leaving the midsection behind. Divers inspect fragmented cabins, washbasins, pipework, and boiler structures integrated into the reef. Ambient light illuminates the historical wreckage and resident fauna across the shallows.
World War II wreckage with visible steam boilers and scattered pipe assemblies
Sheltered site suited for training, macro photography, and shallow exploration
Green morays and resting stingrays among metal debris
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Aruba sits outside the primary Atlantic hurricane belt, providing reliable conditions throughout the year.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Moray EelGymnothorax funebris | Common | ||||||||||||
| French AngelfishPomacanthus paru | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellow stingrayUrobatis jamaicensis | Common | ||||||||||||
| Common OctopusOctopus vulgaris | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
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